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A groundbreaking study has provided experimental evidence suggesting a quantum basis for consciousness. By demonstrating that drugs affecting microtubules within neurons delay the onset of unconsciousness caused by anesthetic gases, the study supports the quantum model over traditional classical

Controversies regarding the neurodiversity movement may be exacerbated by confusion over its meaning. For example, some suggest neurodiversity entails acceptanc...

A new study says 48 percent of K-12 educators feel their decline in mental health has impacted their ability to teach.

For decades, education reformers have proposed academic performance, measured by standardized testing, as the solution to inequality. It doesn’t work, and it’s losing Democrats votes. But most important, it’s costing kids the opportunity to learn through play.

In this article, we engage in a critical conversation with scholars of neurodiversity. We emphasize the transformative role neurodiversity has in creating a cru...

Tech companies have been obfuscating the emissions of their AI data centers by using dodgy energy certificates in their calculations.

Michael Tyre offers some insights into how architects and administrators can work together to create better learning environments for everyone.

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) - Autistic advocates are extremely vocal about abolishing ABA and see it as a human rights issue, due to the medical model which perpetuates the wrong narrative that autistic people need to be treated and fixed, and the number of people it has historically harmed. Learn about why ABA dehumanises autistic people here.

Welcome to the Network Welcome to the Social Determinants of Health Network, a dedicated 501(c)(3) non-profit Foundation committed to promoting health and health care in people with mental illnesses. Our mission is to enhance the well-being of individuals with mental illness by addressing the profound social factors that influence both mental and physical

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Let this workbook guide you toward your authentic, autistic self. You don’t have to hide anymore. If you grew up before the neurodiversity movement, chances are you were taught at an early age that your autistic traits were “wrong” or “bad.” Whether it was stimming, difficulties with making small talk, avoiding eye contact, sensitivities to loud sounds or certain textures, or even talking passionately about the things you care about—somewhere along the way you learned to mask these aspects of yourself to better fit in, avoid bullying from other kids, and in some cases to even gain the love of your own parents. The problem is that, over time, masking can lead to higher levels of stress, burnout, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, and depression. So how can you be your authentic self and still succeed and thrive in a neurotypical world? Written by a therapist who is actually autistic, this neurodiversity-affirming workbook offers skills to help you cultivate self-acceptance, manage intense emotions, and be your own advocate when needed. You’ll take a good look at the situations or people that caused you to mask in the first place. You’ll also discover: How to set and achieve your own authentic goals—with a clear view of who you are and what you care about Why self-love and self-acceptance is so important for autistic folks How to live your life on your own terms, while self-advocating for accommodations How to let go of old, hurtful messages about autistic people that you’ve internalized How autism can be both a strength and a disability Strategies to cope with burnout or meltdowns How to be assertive and set boundaries with others   You don’t have to mask, hide, or camouflage any longer. Let this workbook guide you on a journey of self-discovery and acceptance. You are worthy of it. And you deserve it.

Through an autobiographical film production program for high school students, CANDLE researchers explore a new kind of developmental science in education

The story of stone soup is one of collaboration and community resilience. one member has a pot of water a stone and everyone one else is invited to add an ingredient. The result is a nourishing broth for everyone. Imagine creating a community event as a hearty stone soup, where the pot and fire set […]

Nick Covington: Iowa CCI Action is bringing Jennifer Berkshire, co-author of The Education Wars, to Iowa on an organizing tour.

Resources for schools to reimagine what's possible in education centered on project-based learning, portfolios, and purpose-finding.

Members of Blood Tribe outside City Hall in Springfield, OH How does ethnic violence start, and how does it spread? Who uses it, and for what purpose? The...

Neurodiversity is an open access, peer-reviewed journal with a focus on interdisciplinary approaches to the study of neurodevelopmental conditions and neurodive...

Autism diagnoses in adulthood have risen substantially over recent years. While providing potential benefits, many autistic adults struggle to navigate their ne...